This talk will cover the growing awareness of achieving the high specification of 'Outstanding Rating' for sustainability provided by Building Research Establishment's (BRE) BREEAM scheme. This is particularly significant for city-based construction projects.
Peter will talk through the geotechnical and environmental hazards that have to be addressed when developing old landfills. He will put this into the context of different waste types and related remedial options. He will illustrate the talk with an example conceptual site model, and reference to a number of successful developments.
Simon Pascoe who represents the European network of Environmental Professionals in Brussels has over 20 years experience of working with local authorities, universities and NGOs on EU funding opportunities.
In this free IES webinar, Simon will explain the latest developments on funding post BREXIT and how to best proceed for long and short-term funding during this uncertain period.
All speaker slides are now available on our slideshare account for you to access at your leisure. Please search "dmug17" to view all slides.
DMUG 2017, the one-day conference for users of dispersion models, will be taking place at the Holiday Inn Hotel in Kensington, London.
The annual general meeting is a perfect opportunity for members to give some necessary and much welcome feedback on the year’s achievements, and to offer input and suggestions on upcoming plans and improvements for the institute.
Following the AGM we will be discussing a new study showing the effectiveness of existing measures in London, the draft CAZ Framework and the Mayor of London’s ULEZ proposals.
Separation anxiety: The challenges for the environment from Brexit
Since the vote on June 23rd have you had trouble sleeping? Are you experiencing periods of panic, dry mouth and shortness of breath?
You may be suffering from EU separation anxiety.
This practical, activity-based workshop will provide participants with the opportunity to share ideas and experiences with GEES colleagues from across the UK, including:
Embedding circular economy practice is key to a sustainable future. More and more companies are realising that use of resources is outstripping supply. Adoption of a circular economy approach can both reduce waste and drive greater resource productivity. It is no wonder that many businesses and governments are keen to address, explore and embrace the mindset of the circular economy.
Just over a year has passed since its introduction and it is time to seek views from users of the Land-Use Planning & Development Control: Planning For Air Quality guidance (pdf) on their experience with it so far.
Free public lectures by Professor Carolyn Roberts, Frank Jackson Professor of the Environment and IES Vice President
